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Adulting with Autism

April Ratchford MS OT/L

ADULTING WITH AUTISMA movement for neurodivergent adults, created by autistic occupational therapist April Ratchford, OTR/L. Adulting with Autism is a global community for autistic and ADHD adults navigating independence, relationships, college life, careers, emotional regulation, and real-world executive-function challenges. With over 2.7 million downloads, April blends lived experience, clinical insight, and honest conversation to guide neurodivergent adults into their next chapter of growth. Each

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42:06

From Punishment to Progress: Duff on Hypnosis,...

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2025/09/01

Send us a text Hypnotist and coach Duff joins Adulting with Autism to flip the script on burnout and “doing life the hard way.” Growing up autistic and mostly mute, Duff went all-in on personal growth—meditation, NLP, hypnosis—and discovered a deeper lever for change: shifting from the Punishment Paradigm (fear/pain motivation) to the Progress Paradigm (love/joy motivation). We talk practical nervous-system regulation (when you’re frozen, anxious, or numb), how to find traction without forcin...

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40:03

Roman Wyden (ADHD IS OVER): Rethinking Labels,...

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2025/08/30

Send us a text Filmmaker, life coach, and host of ADHD IS OVER Roman Wyden joins me to challenge the “disorder-first” mindset and offer a more human, nervous-system-aware path forward. We talk labels vs. lived reality, meds as band-aids vs. root-cause work, school fit, and how parents can lead with clarity, courage, and connection. In this episode: Why Roman says ADHD is over (and what he really means)Nervous system regulation > endless behavior managementRethinking labels, stigma, and ide...

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41:00

Dating, Boundaries & Burnout: Therapist Nicole Penrod...

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2025/08/27

Send us a text Today I’m sitting down with Nicole Penrod, MFT—a therapist and writer who works with neurodivergent adults, creatives, and mixed-neurotype couples. We dig into the real-world stuff: how to spot autistic burnout before it flattens you, unmask without losing your identity, set boundaries that actually stick, and navigate dating, breakups, and repair when ADHD and autism meet. Nicole also shares low-overwhelm tools (structured journaling, decision frameworks, nervous-system check-...

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29:44

Daniel Durany on Real-World Adulting: Jobs, Dating,...

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2025/08/23

Send us a text Autism advocate, author, and year-round sports official Daniel Durany joins me to get practical about adulting: keeping a job (not just getting one), dating without panic, building independence behind the wheel, and budgeting so freedom lasts. Daniel’s spoken across the country (Texas State Autism Conference, Oklahoma State Autism Conference ’14 & ’24, Virginia Tech keynote 2023, Joining Forces 2025) and served on the Texas Council on Autism & PDD—so this is real talk w...

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15:03

Z's First Week at Marshall University: Independence,...

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2025/08/22

Send us a text In this deeply personal episode of Adulting with Autism, host April shares the raw, real, and remarkable reflections on her autistic son Ahzerei's first week of college at Marshall University. From roommate tension to navigating Vocational Rehabilitation, this is the story of a young man choosing to stay, stand strong, and hold his own — and the mama bear cheering him on from a distance. Plus — we're officially moving to a Monday/Wednesday/Saturday episode schedule startin...

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33:39

From Adult Autism Dx to 500K Views: Kyle Wright’s...

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2025/08/20

Send us a text In July 2024, Kyle Wright was diagnosed autistic as an adult—and everything shifted. He left gaming streams, picked up 100 mini Rubik’s Cubes, and started creating mosaic art that exploded on YouTube. In 60 days, Kyle doubled his subs; by December, one month pulled ~500K views and +2K subs. Now “Kyle Cubes” is a daily practice in creativity, routine, and faith—with a message at the center: Know That You Are Loved. In this episode Adult diagnosis & identity: turning shutdown...

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44:25

Control Your Career: Burnout, Pivots & Advocacy for...

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2025/08/16

Send us a text Feeling stuck, burned out, or boxed in at work? Career strategist Julia Toothacre (Ride The Tide Collective) breaks down how neurodivergent professionals can own their careers—without masking or burning out. We cover smart pivots (without “starting over”), asking for accommodations that actually help, navigating toxic managers, handling feedback without spiraling, and building influence in ways that fit your brain. In this episode How to spot misfit roles vs. misfit cultures—an...

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41:09

Murphy Monroe on Thriving Authentically as a...

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2025/08/13

Send us a text n this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with Murphy Monroe to explore how neurodivergent adults can thrive without compromising their authenticity. From practical self-advocacy tools to navigating relationships and careers, Murphy shares real-world strategies for building a life that works for you—not against you. 💡 Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers relatable stories and actionable steps you can

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40:15

From Dreams to Legacy: Nathaniel Turner on Parenting...

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2025/08/09

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford chats with Nathaniel A. Turner—author, TEDx speaker, and creator of the powerful “Life Template.” Nathaniel shares how he reverse-engineered his future to empower both himself and his son, despite challenges like ADHD and uncertainty. We explore: Why starting with your destination helps create any path to purposeHow neurodiverse adults can build clarity and drive through backward designThe emotional and pra...

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36:18

Building Community & Hope in the Special Needs World...

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2025/08/06

Send us a text “Community is where hope lives.” In this inspiring episode of Adulting With Autism, we sit down with Jamie Olson, the creator of Uniquely You Magazine, a publication written by and for the special needs community. Jamie shares her journey as a mom of three—including her 12-year-old son with autism and epilepsy—and how she’s building spaces that connect, inspire, and empower families nationwide. Through her work as a publisher and community builder, Jamie is proving that sharing...

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59:02

Unlocking Spiritual Healing: Beatty Carmichael on...

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2025/08/02

Send us a text In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford welcomes Beatty Carmichael, a leading expert on the spiritual roots of mental health, chronic pain, and emotional struggles. With over 25 years of experience, Beatty reveals why most medical solutions only treat symptoms—and how identifying the true spiritual root can create lasting freedom. Discover: ✅ How chronic pain, depression, and anxiety can disappear in days ✅ The 3 steps to uncovering the spiritua...

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37:43

From Autism Diagnosis to Washington D.C.: Carol &...

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2025/07/30

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Carol Waldman, a lifelong political advocate and community leader, and her son Andrew Waldman, a 23-year-old recent graduate and neurodiversity advocate. Diagnosed with autism at age four, Andrew’s journey from navigating social and academic challenges to graduating from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, interning in Washington D.C., and becoming a two-time Global Neurodiversity Conference panelist is nothi...

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30:38

Sophia Warren on Radical Self-Trust and...

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2025/07/26

Send us a text Sophia Warren joins host April Ratchford to talk self-trust, inner alignment, and navigating life as a neurodivergent adult. In this episode of Adulting with Autism, we explore how radical authenticity can transform relationships, career paths, and mental health. Whether you're autistic, ADHD, or an ally, Sophia brings insights that resonate deeply. 🔗 Listen, follow, and share: Podcast → https://adultingwithautism.buzzsprout.com Instagram →

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43:35

Kerie Logan on Autism, Trauma Bonds & Healing the...

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2025/07/23

Send us a text How do masking, trauma bonds, and PDA affect autistic adults — and what does true healing even look like? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford talks with Kerie Logan, intuitive hypnotherapist, author, and consciousness guide. With over 30 years of experience and a son on the spectrum, Kerie shares how trauma patterns shape the autistic experience — and how to finally break free. 💡 We discuss: Autism, masking & reactive abusePDA (Pathological Demand

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30:58

Conflict, Culture, and Clarity with Alex Yaro How...

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2025/07/19

Send us a text Born in Ukraine and raised in the U.S., Alex Yaro learned early how different cultures handle communication. Now, as a certified executive coach and mediator, he helps autistic adults reframe conflict, understand intent vs. impact, and create clarity in personal and professional relationships. If you’re autistic and navigating tension at work or home, this episode will help you self-advocate with confidence—without masking your needs. 🧠 Power your day with the MFISH 4-in-1

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38:09

Victorial Enormand on Healing, Energy, and...

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2025/07/16

Send us a text Victorial Enormand joins host April Ratchford to explore healing, energy work, and personal empowerment through a neurodivergent lens. This powerful conversation blends intuition with insight, offering practical and spiritual tools for thriving in a world that often misunderstands difference. We talk about subtle strength, reclaiming identity, and how energetic boundaries can be a life-changing tool for neurodivergent adults. 🔗 Connect with Victorial Enormand Instagram:

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34:26

Neurodiversity Is Your Superpower: Dr. Micah Perez on...

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2025/07/12

Send us a text Dr. Micah Perez is a Filipino-Australian occupational therapist, educator, and entrepreneur who proudly identifies as an AuDHDer. She joins Adulting with Autism to share how neurodiversity-affirming OT, executive function coaching, and short-term therapy models are transforming care for autistic and ADHD adults. With a PhD in Clinical Neuroscience and over 14 years of experience, Micah brings clarity, evidence, and compassion to everything she does.We explore the flaws in tradi...

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36:16

Shea Belsky on Leading While Autistic: Tech, Advocacy...

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2025/07/09

Send us a text Tech leader and autistic advocate Shea Belsky joins April Ratchford to discuss neurodiversity in the workplace, self-advocacy in college, and building inclusive startups. Shea opens up about his journey from Cornell to HubSpot, co-founding Mentra (a platform for neurodivergent hiring), and what it takes to lead authentically while autistic. We explore: Navigating accommodations in higher educationFounding a startup for autistic job seekersWhy communication differences are leade...

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39:34

Mastering Neurodivergence With Dr. Ute Liersch:...

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2025/07/05

Send us a text Join host April on Adulting with Autism for a powerful conversation with Dr. Ute Liersch — no-nonsense psychologist, BPS conference speaker, and advocate for neurodivergent leadership. Together they unpack adulting with autism, leadership myths, emotional flexibility, and self-advocacy in the workplace. This episode offers practical strategies for autistic adults, parents, leaders embracing neurodiversity, and psychologists. Plus, discover how small steps and gentleness can hel...

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25:39

Rewrite Your Story: Aaron Gambel on Healing,...

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2025/07/02

Send us a text ✨ In this inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Aaron Gambel — transformational life coach, father, and speaker — to explore how we can break free from the stories that keep us stuck. Aaron opens up about his journey through trauma, divorce, fatherhood, and rebuilding after a mental health crisis. We talk emotional healing, masculinity, resilience, and the practical steps for rewriting your own story. 👑 Special shout-out to our fan in Lexington, Kentucky

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